Convert MP4 to M4A
Free online MP4 to M4A converter that runs in your browser. Your files stay on your device.
How to convert MP4 to M4A
- Add your MP4 file. Drag it onto the box above, click to browse, or paste it from the clipboard. Multiple files are fine.
- Check the target. M4A is preselected. Pick High, Medium or Small quality depending on whether you need a master copy or a small file.
- Download. The conversion engine loads once (32 MB) and then your file is processed locally. The M4A file downloads automatically when it is done.
Why convert MP4 to M4A?
Extracting the audio from a MP4 video gives you a M4A file you can play in a music app, use as a ringtone, or edit in a podcast tool without the video overhead. A 500 MB video typically becomes a 5–10 MB M4A.
MP4 vs M4A
| MP4 | M4A | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | MPEG-4 Part 14 | MPEG-4 Audio |
| Type | Video | Audio |
| MIME type | video/mp4 | audio/mp4 |
| About | MP4 is the most widely supported video container. Plays on every phone, browser, TV and editing app, using H.264 video and AAC audio. | M4A is AAC audio in an MP4 container, the default for iTunes, Apple Music and iPhone voice memos. Better quality than MP3 at the same bitrate. |
What makes this converter different
- Nothing is uploaded. Other converters send your file to a server, queue it, and keep a copy for hours. Here the work happens in your browser with WebAssembly, so private videos, voice memos and documents never leave your computer.
- No limits, no sign-up, no watermark. There is no server to pay for, so there is no reason to cap file size or count.
- Real ffmpeg quality. Video and audio use the same ffmpeg encoders professionals use (x264, LAME, libvpx, FLAC), not a stripped-down web codec.
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Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to convert MP4 to M4A here?
Yes. The conversion runs entirely inside your browser using WebAssembly. Your file is never uploaded to a server, so nothing can leak, be stored or be seen by anyone. You can even disconnect from the internet after the page loads.
How long does MP4 to M4A conversion take?
Video encoding in the browser runs at roughly 0.5–2× real time depending on your CPU and resolution. A 1-minute 1080p clip takes about 1–2 minutes. Long or 4K videos can take a while; a desktop computer is much faster than a phone.
Is there a file size limit?
There is no server-side limit because there is no server. The practical limit is your device memory: browsers can handle files up to about 2 GB. Very large videos work better on a desktop than a phone.
Will the quality drop?
M4A is a lossy format, so a small amount of detail is discarded. At the default Medium setting the difference is invisible or inaudible for almost all content. Choose High for master copies or Small for messaging and web use.
Can I convert several MP4 files at once?
Yes. Drop or select as many files as you like; they are converted one after another and each gets its own download button.